Volunteer: Powerhouse Kitchen Garden
PowerhouseListed 18 Sep 2026
Powerhouse Kitchen Garden Volunteer - Powerhouse Parramatta OPENING 7 November
Join the team that will bring Powerhouse Parramatta to life
About Powerhouse
Powerhouse Museum is located at the intersection of arts, design, science, and technology and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. It is the custodian of more than half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of the finest and most diverse collections in Australia. We are undertaking a landmark $1.3 billion infrastructure renewal program, led by the creation of Powerhouse Parramatta; expanded research and public facilities at Powerhouse Castle Hill; the heritage revitalisation of the iconic Powerhouse Ultimo; and the ongoing operation of Sydney Observatory.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you interested in food, learning and working with children and communities? Join the Powerhouse team as a Kitchen Garden Volunteer and support programs in the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program at
Powerhouse Parramatta. Working alongside Powerhouse staff, volunteers will support hands-on gardening, and food education programs for schools and community groups. You’ll help prepare activities, welcome participants and be part of programs that connect food, culture, sustainability and learning.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Welcome and assist children, families and community participants
- Support hands-on food education, kitchen and gardening programs
- Assist with preparation, set-upand pack-down
- Work collaboratively with Powerhouse staff, volunteers and participants
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Motivation
Interest in food, cooking, sustainability, learning and community engagement
Skills
Confidence interacting with children, families and diverse communities
Ability to follow food safety procedures and work safely in a kitchen environment
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
Volunteer WWCC : Apply here
Strengths
Clarity: communicates simply
Care: supports others with respect
Growth: embraces opportunities to learn
WHY JOIN US
Be part of the journey towards the opening of Powerhouse Parramatta
Gain practical experience supporting food, school and community learning programs
Develop communication, facilitation and practical food education skills
Work alongside experienced food, learning and museum staff
DETAILS
Location: Powerhouse Parramatta
Commitment: Minimum 1 day per fortnight, hours vary
Training: Induction and job-specific training
Diverse Voices and Experiences
At Powerhouse, our team reflects the communities we welcome every day. We encourage applications from:
- First Nations peoples
- People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- LGBTQIA+
- People of all abilities
For any question about the role, please contact volunteerprograms@powerhouse.com.au

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBT+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.